Christianity Quote by C. S. Lewis
“No one returns from Christianity to the same state he was before Christianity but into a worse state: the difference between a pagan and an apostate is the difference between an unmarried woman and an adulteress. For faith perfects nature but faith lost corrupts nature. Therefore many men of our time have lost not only the supernatural light but also the natural light which pagans possessed.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Screwtape Letters, 1942
Conversion changes a person fundamentally; losing faith can lead to deeper moral decay than before.
In simple terms: Faith transforms, loss corrupts.
Key Takeaway
Guard your beliefs vigilantly.
Themes
spirituality
morality
transformation
Mood
thoughtful
serious
Type
philosophical
theological
When to use this quote
- personal crises
- ethical decision‑making
- religious counseling
Key Concepts
theology
human nature
Questions to Reflect On
- Can moral integrity exist without faith?
- What safeguards prevent spiritual decline?
A Different Perspective
Not all non‑believers become worse; context matters.
